UAFS    

University  of  Arkansas  -­‐  Fort  Smith    Testing  Center    

[PSB  REVIEW  PACKET]  The  purpose  of  this  packet  is  to  prepare  PSB  candidates  for  the  PSB  Exam  on  the  UAFS  campus.                                                                        Presented  by  the  Testing  Center  479-­‐788-­‐7682  

CHECK-IN Arrive 30 Minutes prior to the start of the test with your PHOTO ID WHAT TO BRING:

! Photo ID ! Two #2 sharpened pencils (mechanical pencils are not allowed) ! Watch

DO NOT BRING:

" Cell phones are not allowed in the test room " No Mechanical Pencils " No calculators " No food/drinks/candy

There is not a break during this test. If you need to use the restroom you will be allowed to but you

may not make up the time lost. There will not be a “five minute” warning during the test sessions, so you may want to keep an eye on the clock.

The PSB exam can only be taken ONCE PER YEAR.

This is not a pass/fail exam. However, scores are used in the ranking: The better the score the higher the

ranking. The average PSB scores: Surg Tech – 240 Radiography – 255 Total points possible is 380

Your test results will arrive at the Health Science Department Secretary’s office (HS 104) about

two weeks following the test. Do not call the Testing Center or Health Sciences Department for your test results but come to the HS

104 with a photo ID.

• PART 1 – Academic Aptitude 45 Minutes

• PART 2 – Spelling 15 Minutes

• PART 3 – Reading Comprehension 30 Minutes

• PART 4 – Information in the Natural Sciences 30 Minutes

• PART 5 - Vocational Adjustment Index 15 Minutes

Reducing Test Anxiety

Before the Test: The Four R's 1. REST--get enough sleep. 2. RELAX--watch out for caffeine in coffee, tea, or sodas. 3. READY--arrive ahead of test time. 4. RESTROOM--use it before the test.  

Preview the test.

1. What do the written directions say?

3. What is the test administrator telling you about

the test? 4. Plan your time.

5. How many questions are there on the test?

6. Answer the easiest questions first.

 

Reduce your text anxiety. Try this: Breathe deeply and slowly through your nose, hold, slowly exhale through your mouth. Do this three times.

 

1. Read each question twice and answer it or move on to the next question. 2. After you have answered all you can, repeat this process. 3. For any questions that you can't answer, make an educated guess. 4. Answer all the questions. Leave no blanks. Allow time for this at the end of the test period. 5. Check your answers carefully to avoid careless errors. DO NOT change answers unless you are positive your answer is wrong.  

Academic Aptitude-Part I

Students will have 45 minutes to answer 90 questions.

That equals about 30 seconds per question.

Verbal Subtest

The verbal aspect consists of 30 vocabulary-related test questions. Empirical evidence has shown this type of test item to be highly related to academic success. Arithmetic Subtest

The numerical aspect consists of 30 items drawing largely from arithmetic. To some degree, it involves skill with arithmetical concepts along with computational speed. The content of the numerical items is that to which practically all eighth grade students have been exposed. Nonverbal Subtest

The nonverbal aspect consists of 30 test items calling for comprehension of form relationships. The measurement is in terms of the ability to manipulate shapes mentally, to reason out differences in pictured objects, and to deal with concrete materials through visualization. Recognition of relationships and of differences between shapes has been shown by research to be basic to learning aptitude.

Academic Aptitude Total The Academic Aptitude test, as measured by the Total, might be thought of as the ability to learn.

The test content is specifically adapted for appraising the combination of native and acquired abilities that are needed for work of an academic nature. The Academic Aptitude test emphasizes familiar experiences and concepts while requiring careful reasoning and ability to comprehend and draw conclusions.

We recommend students purchasing and studying from PSB Health Occupations Exam Practice Questions

By Mometrix Test Preparation, 2013. ISBN 978-1-62733-217-0

The following are examples of the practice tests in this book.

Spelling-Part II

You will have 15 minutes to answer 60 questions. That gives you 15 seconds to answer each question.

The Spelling test of 60 questions measures skill with a tool essential to written expression or communication. To

some extent the test also reflects the background of educational achievement in at least one of the basic tools of learning.

Let’s practice! Select the correctly spelled word from each line.

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Quaritine Quarantine Qurantine

Pastorized Pasteurized Pasturized

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Contagious Contagius Contegious

Quaritine Quarantine Qurantine

Pastorized Pasteurized Pasturized

Therapeutic Theraputic Tharaputic Admidance Admittance Admetance Caffene Caffine Caffeine Inmunity Inmunity Immunity Tourniquet Tournaquet Turnaquet Depressents Depressants Depressints Pediatrician Pediatricen Peditrician Nucelous Nucleus Nuceleus Mollecules Molecules Mollicules Physologic Psysiologic Physiologic Diarrhea Diaoreha Diarrea Hemorage Hemorrige Hemorrhage Chemicaly Chemically Chemiclly Tresspass Trespass Trespasse Glimpse Glimse Glimps Ulserous Ulcerous Ulcerus Diathurmie Diathurmy Diathermy Dysentary Dysentery Disentery

Reading Comprehension-Part III

You will have 30 minutes to answer 50 questions. That gives you about 36 seconds per question.

The Reading Comprehension test of 50 questions measures ability to understand direct

statements, to interpret passages, to grasp the intent of the authors, to observe organization of ideas, and to extract information from passages with respect to ideas and purposes . . . to read and to understand what is read.

Warning Avoid “Fact Traps” Once you know which paragraph the answer will be in, focus on that paragraph. However, don’t

get distracted by a choice that is factually true about the paragraph. Your search is for the answer

that answers the question, which may be about a tiny aspect in the paragraph. Stay focused and

don’t fall for an answer that describes the larger picture of the paragraph. Always go back to the

question and make sure you’re choosing an answer that actually answers the question and is not

just a true statement.

We recommend students purchasing and studying from PSB Health Occupations Exam Practice Questions

By Mometrix Test Preparation, 2013. ISBN 978-1-62733-217-0

Information in the Natural Sciences-Part IV

You will have 30 minutes to answer 90 questions. That gives you 20 seconds per question.

Measurement of 90 questions with this test concerns accumulation of information in the natural sciences, e.g., biology, chemistry, health and safety, etc., at an elementary level. The relationship of knowledge in the area of the natural sciences to the course of study of the professional nurse is an obvious one.

PSB Test- Natural Science Study Guide

There are certain concepts that are related to Natural Sciences, which must be understood as essential points of information: · Basic Concepts Related to Natural Sciences · Atoms are the smallest units of matter · Atoms are bound together to form molecules...the building blocks of living cells. · Cells are the building blocks of all plants and animals. · Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) and Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) are compounds that store and process unique genetic information within the nucleus of a cell. · Heredity is the transmission of genetic information within the nucleus of a cell. · Mature cells bind together in distinct patterns from tissues; tissues unite to form organs, and organs unite to form the systems of a body. · All life processes are based on metabolism...chemical reactions that capture, store, and use energy in a cell. · All cellular functions depend on specific types of proteins, especially enzymes. · Chemical breakdown is the result of enzymes and activators. · Homeostasis is the constant maintenance of internal balance...a major part of metabolism. · Continuous regulation of internal conditions (such as levels of substances in cells or body fluids or pH or temperature) are kept within narrow ranges.  

All life processes are controlled through body systems:

· In animals, the respiratory system transports oxygen to the blood and eliminates carbon dioxide from the blood. · In animals, the circulatory system transports all nutrients to the cells and wastes from the cells. · In animals, the digestive system chemically breaks down foods and delivers nutrients to the circulatory system. · In animals, the excretory system removes metabolic waste excess substances from the body. · In animals, the musculoskeletal system generates motion and maintains posture. · In animals, the nervous system communicates internally to control and coordinate all body activities in response to environmental stimuli (light, temperature, touch, and other physical conditions).  

We recommend students purchasing and studying from PSB Health Occupations Exam Practice Questions

By Mometrix Test Preparation, 2013. ISBN 978-1-62733-217-0

Other important concepts: · All living forms need interdependent relationship with other living forms: they form complex relationships that are determined by their environment. · The kinds and amount of life found in different environments is determined by temperature, light, moisture, and soil. · All animals depend on food (food chain). · Food chains exist because all living things need energy. · Only organisms with chlorophyll can make food. · Inorganic matter is synthesized into food for plants; plants provide food for animals. · Living organisms in the same environment form an interrelated community and form close associations with one another (symbiosis). · These close associations either benefit both partners (mutualism) or benefit one partner at the expense of the other (parasitism). · Conservation of resources · Supplies of natural resources can be depleted. · Supplies of natural resources can be expanded (to some extent) through new ways of increasing food production; developing new sources of energy; recycling of waste materials; conserving natural habitats and soil.  

Vocational Adjustment Index-Part V

You will have 15 minutes to answer 90 questions. That is 10 seconds per question.

An individual's characteristic life style is reflected in his or her educational and occupational adjustment.

Feelings, attitudes, personality characteristics, and behavioral traits, which may be quite acceptable in many

situations, may not be those desirable for the prospective nurse as a student and as a practitioner. This

portion is not something you can study for. You will give your honest opinion of each statement with Agree or

Disagree.